Tudor Roses: From Margaret Beaufort to Elizabeth I

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Review "This insight is so rare and so valuable . . . a considered and scholarly account of the matriarch of the House of York." —Philippa Gregory on Cecily Neville: Mother of Kings "Vivid, very readable, and wonderfully detailed." —Sarah Gristwood on Cecily Neville Product Description All too often, a dynasty is defined by its men, with the women depicted as shadowy figures whose value lies in the inheritance they brought, or the children they produced. Yet the Tudor dynasty is full of fascinating women, from Margaret Beaufort, who emerged triumphant after years of turmoil; Elizabeth of York’s steadying influence; Catherine of Aragon and Anne Boleyn, whose rivalry was played out against the backdrop of the Reformation; to Mary I and Elizabeth, England’s first reigning Queens. Many more women danced the Pavane under Henry VIII’s watchful eye or helped adjust Elizabeth’s ruff. These were strong, powerful women, whether that was behind the scenes or on the international stage. Their contribution took England from the medieval era into the modern. It is time for a new narrative of the Tudor women: one that prioritizes their experiences and their voices. About the Author Amy Licence is an award-winning author and historian whose books include The Six Wives & Many Mistresses of Henry VIII.